Epson Unveils Two Powerful Document Scanners Designed to Make Organization Simple

LONG BEACH, Calif., Dec. 13, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Epson America, Inc., a leading provider of digital imaging solutions, today introduced two new home and office organization solutions – the WorkForce^® ES-400 and ES-500W duplex document scanners. The compact, yet powerful ES-400 and ES-500W scanners boast speeds up to 35 ppm/70 ipm¹ and feature a 50-page auto document feeder (ADF) for fast scanning. Both models enable users to scan to online storage accounts² including DropBox^™, SharePoint^®, Evernote^®, Google Drive^™ and more. In addition, the ES-500W includes wireless capabilities³ for scanning directly to smartphones, tablets or computers.

"The ES-400 and ES-500W are powerful organization solutions with a small footprint, perfect for both home and office environments," said Heather Johnston, product manager, Scanners, Epson America. "With fast scanning speeds, the capability to scan files to a preferred online storage account or edit files with our bundled software, these scanners make it easy for users to cut down on clutter and organize their documents easily."

More about the ES-400 and ES-500W
The new scanners include TWAIN drivers for simple integration with virtually any document management software, enabling businesses to save time and money by directly scanning files into their existing workflow.

The ES-400 and ES-500W make document organization quick and easy, with single-step duplex technology that scans both sides of virtually any paper, quickly turning paper documents into searchable and editable files with the included OCR software. For users requiring a versatile solution, both models offer Auto Document Size Detection, which enables scanning of virtually any size documents including business and ID cards, single sheets, receipts, extra-long pages and more. In addition, each scanner is equipped with Dynamic Skew Correction and Double Feed Detection, preventing missing pages and jams for accuracy and reliability.

In addition, the ES-400 and ES-500W utilize Epson Image Processing Technology for text and image enhancements such as auto crop, blank page and background removal. Both models are also equipped with a robust software package including Epson Document Capture, ABBYY® FineReader and NewSoft® Presto! Bizcard®. The ES-400 and ES-500W can be connected to the network with an additional purchase of Epson's Network Interface Unit (optional).

Availability and Support
The Epson WorkForce ES-400 (MSRP: $349) and WorkForce ES-500W wireless (MSRP: $399) duplex document scanners will be available in mid-December through major computer, office and electronic superstores and online at www.epson.com. Both scanners feature a one-year limited warranty, along with optional extended service plan featuring next business day exchange programs.

About Epson
Epson is a global technology leader dedicated to connecting people, things and information with its original efficient, compact and precision technologies. With a lineup that ranges from inkjet printers and digital printing systems to 3LCD projectors, smart glasses, sensing systems and industrial robots, the company is focused on driving innovations and exceeding customer expectations in inkjet, visual communications, wearables and robotics.

Led by the Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, the Epson Group comprises more than 73,000 employees in 91 companies around the world, and is proud of its contributions to the communities in which it operates and its ongoing efforts to reduce environmental impacts.

Epson America, Inc., based in Long Beach, Calif., is Epson's regional headquarters for the U.S., Canada, and Latin America. To learn more about Epson, please visit: epson.com. You may also connect with Epson America on Facebook (facebook.com/Epson), Twitter (twitter.com/EpsonAmerica), YouTube (youtube.com/EpsonAmerica), and Instagram (instagram.com/EpsonAmerica).

¹ Based on letter-sized scans at 300 dpi in Black-and-White, Grayscale or Color Mode.

² With Epson Document Capture software installed on the connected Windows PC or Mac.

³ Wirelessly scan to smartphones or tablets (Android/iOS devices) via the Epson DocumentScan App; wirelessly scan to the cloud, PCs or Macs with Epson Document Capture software installed on the connected Windows PC or Mac.

EPSON and WorkForce are registered trademarks, and EPSON Exceed Your Vision is a registered logomark of Seiko Epson Corporation. Mac is a trademark of Apple, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Android and Google Drive are trademarks of Google Inc. All other product and brand names are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Epson disclaims any and all rights in these marks. Copyright 2016 Epson America, Inc. CPD-52797 8/16

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SOURCE Epson America, Inc.